Wildlife Conservation Society
Seasonal Event Programming Associate
Wildlife Conservation Society, Bronx, New York, United States, 10458
Seasonal Event Programming Associate
Bronx Zoo Temporary/Seasonal RIDES Job Description
Event Programming Associate Title: Event Programming Associate Employment Type: Temporary/ Seasonal Payrate: $16.50/hr Location: Bronx Zoo Reports To: Full-Time Management Staff Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and 2-5 days per week including weekends and including some holidays. Hours: Schedule subject to change based on event, daytime event hours are typically 9:00am
5:30pm; Fall and Winter Holiday Event hours 3:00pm
10:00pm. Some events start as early as 6:00am, and others end as late as 1:00am, must be willing to be flexible. Hours dependent on weather and guest attendance as well as special events. Position Summary Event Programming Associate for the 2025 Season is responsible for setting up and running events as part of a team. Large, single-day events take place in April and June, with smaller events held periodically throughout the summer. Associates are instrumental in setting up the event program needs, and must be able to take direction and follow a list of tasks to complete for set up. Associates will also be responsible for day-of event operations, including escorting performers, managing the crafts and activities area, monitoring guest interactions at mural and photobooth areas, and more. Associates must be comfortable talking to guests, providing directions, maintaining cleanliness and order in all event spaces, and performing crowd control duties among other responsibilities. This position takes place outdoors, associates must be comfortable working in all elements and performing physical labor including but not limited to moving and setting up tables, tents, chairs, benches, sandbags, stage equipment, and more. In addition to event needs, Associates may be asked to assist the Rides department with daily functions. Associates must be comfortable being able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, being able to lift heavy objects and move materials throughout the zoo, assisting with setting up and breaking down event areas, communicating in a professional manner with guests, coworkers, and vendors, providing assistance to guests to ensure they have a memorable experience at the zoo, assisting with performance components of activities, following directions well and taking initiative to make sure tasks are completed sufficiently, and working flexible hours. The Associate will facilitate these activities at the Bronx Zoo. This position will extend until the middle of January. Additional events include Run for the Wild (April), Brew at the Zoo (June), Member's Mornings and Evenings (July), Boo at the Zoo, Harvest Glow, and Holiday Lights. Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Lifting heavy objects and moving event items throughout the zoo
Following a list of tasks and completing them independently or with a team
Enforcing all safety policies for each area
Assisting with hands-on activities
Assisting vendors, performers, and contractors with all needs
Communicating with guests in a professional manner
Working outdoors in all weather conditions both cold and hot for extended periods of time
Setting up and breaking down materials at beginning and end of day and night programming
Crowd management
Adapt easily to changing circumstances in a busy work environment
May be required to assist in other special events activities including assisting in performance areas Qualification Requirements
Qualifications
Customer service orientation
Strong verbal communication skills
Exhibit a proactive, outgoing and positive attitude
Ability to independently resolve issues that may arise and ask for assistance as required
Ability to work on a team
Dependability and reliability/ Must work weekends and evenings
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment and multitask
Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to move objects weighing 20-50 pounds
Valid driver's license a plus EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled #LI-DNI Salary Range
$16.50/hour
Bronx Zoo Temporary/Seasonal RIDES Job Description
Event Programming Associate Title: Event Programming Associate Employment Type: Temporary/ Seasonal Payrate: $16.50/hr Location: Bronx Zoo Reports To: Full-Time Management Staff Schedule: Must be able to work weekends and 2-5 days per week including weekends and including some holidays. Hours: Schedule subject to change based on event, daytime event hours are typically 9:00am
5:30pm; Fall and Winter Holiday Event hours 3:00pm
10:00pm. Some events start as early as 6:00am, and others end as late as 1:00am, must be willing to be flexible. Hours dependent on weather and guest attendance as well as special events. Position Summary Event Programming Associate for the 2025 Season is responsible for setting up and running events as part of a team. Large, single-day events take place in April and June, with smaller events held periodically throughout the summer. Associates are instrumental in setting up the event program needs, and must be able to take direction and follow a list of tasks to complete for set up. Associates will also be responsible for day-of event operations, including escorting performers, managing the crafts and activities area, monitoring guest interactions at mural and photobooth areas, and more. Associates must be comfortable talking to guests, providing directions, maintaining cleanliness and order in all event spaces, and performing crowd control duties among other responsibilities. This position takes place outdoors, associates must be comfortable working in all elements and performing physical labor including but not limited to moving and setting up tables, tents, chairs, benches, sandbags, stage equipment, and more. In addition to event needs, Associates may be asked to assist the Rides department with daily functions. Associates must be comfortable being able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, being able to lift heavy objects and move materials throughout the zoo, assisting with setting up and breaking down event areas, communicating in a professional manner with guests, coworkers, and vendors, providing assistance to guests to ensure they have a memorable experience at the zoo, assisting with performance components of activities, following directions well and taking initiative to make sure tasks are completed sufficiently, and working flexible hours. The Associate will facilitate these activities at the Bronx Zoo. This position will extend until the middle of January. Additional events include Run for the Wild (April), Brew at the Zoo (June), Member's Mornings and Evenings (July), Boo at the Zoo, Harvest Glow, and Holiday Lights. Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Lifting heavy objects and moving event items throughout the zoo
Following a list of tasks and completing them independently or with a team
Enforcing all safety policies for each area
Assisting with hands-on activities
Assisting vendors, performers, and contractors with all needs
Communicating with guests in a professional manner
Working outdoors in all weather conditions both cold and hot for extended periods of time
Setting up and breaking down materials at beginning and end of day and night programming
Crowd management
Adapt easily to changing circumstances in a busy work environment
May be required to assist in other special events activities including assisting in performance areas Qualification Requirements
Qualifications
Customer service orientation
Strong verbal communication skills
Exhibit a proactive, outgoing and positive attitude
Ability to independently resolve issues that may arise and ask for assistance as required
Ability to work on a team
Dependability and reliability/ Must work weekends and evenings
Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment and multitask
Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
Ability to move objects weighing 20-50 pounds
Valid driver's license a plus EOE AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled #LI-DNI Salary Range
$16.50/hour